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What is the single biggest cause of destruction of evidence needed by investigators in court cases?
What is the single biggest cause of destruction of evidence needed by investigators in court cases?
- Salvage operations
- Use of hose lines
- Firefighters' responsibilities
- Overhaul (correct)
Why is unnecessary probing of ceiling areas discouraged during investigations?
Why is unnecessary probing of ceiling areas discouraged during investigations?
- It can result in conflicts between firefighters and investigators.
- It could destroy physical evidence that might be present. (correct)
- It may lead to further damage to the structure.
- It delays the completion of the preliminary investigation.
What should firefighters prioritize when performing overhaul operations?
What should firefighters prioritize when performing overhaul operations?
- General inspection of the fire extension
- Physical removal of items for salvage
- Preservation of evidence (correct)
- Speed of extinguishing the fire
Why is it important for investigators to view items before they are physically removed from their original location?
Why is it important for investigators to view items before they are physically removed from their original location?
In what situations should Incident Commanders notify fire investigators to respond?
In what situations should Incident Commanders notify fire investigators to respond?
Who decides whether to respond and open an investigation in the case of a fire or explosion involving arson?
Who decides whether to respond and open an investigation in the case of a fire or explosion involving arson?
What is the responsibility of Fire Investigators when they respond to a scene?
What is the responsibility of Fire Investigators when they respond to a scene?
What is the role of Command in maintaining custody of the scene?
What is the role of Command in maintaining custody of the scene?
Under what conditions should Fire Investigators justify their response to an incident?
Under what conditions should Fire Investigators justify their response to an incident?
What factor determines whether Fire Investigators respond and open an investigation?
What factor determines whether Fire Investigators respond and open an investigation?
What must Incident Commanders do when a crime of arson is suspected?
What must Incident Commanders do when a crime of arson is suspected?
How do Fire Investigators decide whether to respond and open an investigation?
How do Fire Investigators decide whether to respond and open an investigation?
Who is accountable to their Battalion Chief for the accuracy and completeness of fire incident reports?
Who is accountable to their Battalion Chief for the accuracy and completeness of fire incident reports?
What should companies do when there is a delay in response by fire investigators?
What should companies do when there is a delay in response by fire investigators?
In what situations can companies transfer Command to investigators according to the text?
In what situations can companies transfer Command to investigators according to the text?
What information should first-in engine companies provide to investigators according to the text?
What information should first-in engine companies provide to investigators according to the text?
When can companies be released from a fire scene as per the text?
When can companies be released from a fire scene as per the text?
What should companies do if fire investigators are on the scene or responding?
What should companies do if fire investigators are on the scene or responding?
Who can Command assign to protect a fire scene when there is a delay in investigator response?
Who can Command assign to protect a fire scene when there is a delay in investigator response?
What action do the investigators need to take if they plan to conduct further investigation at the scene?
What action do the investigators need to take if they plan to conduct further investigation at the scene?
Under what circumstances can Command be transferred to the most senior fire investigator on the scene?
Under what circumstances can Command be transferred to the most senior fire investigator on the scene?
What should Command provide if requested by the investigators to assist in the investigation?
What should Command provide if requested by the investigators to assist in the investigation?
What should all personnel ensure during the investigation according to NFPA 921 guidelines?
What should all personnel ensure during the investigation according to NFPA 921 guidelines?
What is emphasized as a primary concern before evidence collection during an investigation?
What is emphasized as a primary concern before evidence collection during an investigation?
How can evidence be preserved when extinguishing a fire in the suspected area of origin?
How can evidence be preserved when extinguishing a fire in the suspected area of origin?
What should not take precedence over life safety and incident stabilization during a fire investigation?
What should not take precedence over life safety and incident stabilization during a fire investigation?
What should be considered a primary focus after life safety is secured and incident stabilization is achieved in an investigation?
What should be considered a primary focus after life safety is secured and incident stabilization is achieved in an investigation?
Who is responsible for ensuring the investigation of fire incidents involving property owned by the City of Las Vegas?
Who is responsible for ensuring the investigation of fire incidents involving property owned by the City of Las Vegas?
Which role holds the responsibility of reviewing and revising the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response?
Which role holds the responsibility of reviewing and revising the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response?
What is the primary purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response?
What is the primary purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response?
Who should ensure that evidence conservation measures are practiced in line with the policy and proper fire suppression tactics?
Who should ensure that evidence conservation measures are practiced in line with the policy and proper fire suppression tactics?
Who is responsible for the direction and quality of fire investigations within the Operations Division?
Who is responsible for the direction and quality of fire investigations within the Operations Division?
What is the role of the Deputy Chief over Operations in relation to the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response?
What is the role of the Deputy Chief over Operations in relation to the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response?
What is the role of Battalion Chiefs and Company Officers in fire investigations according to the text?
What is the role of Battalion Chiefs and Company Officers in fire investigations according to the text?
Who is responsible for the content, revision, and review of the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response?
Who is responsible for the content, revision, and review of the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response?
When can the Chief of Fire Investigations - Bomb Squad open an investigation as per the policy?
When can the Chief of Fire Investigations - Bomb Squad open an investigation as per the policy?
Who ensures the investigation of fire incidents involving city-owned property in Las Vegas within specified policy parameters?
Who ensures the investigation of fire incidents involving city-owned property in Las Vegas within specified policy parameters?
What is the central responsibility of the Deputy Fire Chief - Fire Marshal in relation to fire investigations?
What is the central responsibility of the Deputy Fire Chief - Fire Marshal in relation to fire investigations?
Which division within the fire department is responsible for ensuring consistent and timely investigation of fires and explosions?
Which division within the fire department is responsible for ensuring consistent and timely investigation of fires and explosions?
Who plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality of fire investigations within the Operations Division?
Who plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality of fire investigations within the Operations Division?
What is the primary purpose of the authority and responsibilities listed in this section of the Standard Operating Procedure?
What is the primary purpose of the authority and responsibilities listed in this section of the Standard Operating Procedure?
What action should Incident Commanders take in fires or explosions involving personal injury or death?
What action should Incident Commanders take in fires or explosions involving personal injury or death?
In the case of arson suspicion, who decides whether to open an investigation at the scene?
In the case of arson suspicion, who decides whether to open an investigation at the scene?
Who is accountable for deciding whether to respond and open an investigation in a crime of arson?
Who is accountable for deciding whether to respond and open an investigation in a crime of arson?
When should Fire Dispatch notify fire investigators in fire or explosion incidents involving property owned by the City of Las Vegas?
When should Fire Dispatch notify fire investigators in fire or explosion incidents involving property owned by the City of Las Vegas?
Who determines whether Fire Investigators need to respond based on resource needs and incident type?
Who determines whether Fire Investigators need to respond based on resource needs and incident type?
What is the responsibility of Fire Investigators regarding responding to incidents involving arson?
What is the responsibility of Fire Investigators regarding responding to incidents involving arson?
Under what circumstances should Command maintain custody of the scene until Fire Investigators arrive?
Under what circumstances should Command maintain custody of the scene until Fire Investigators arrive?
Who decides whether to respond and open an investigation based on information received from Incident Commanders?
Who decides whether to respond and open an investigation based on information received from Incident Commanders?
Who is responsible for ensuring that company officers document fires accurately and completely?
Who is responsible for ensuring that company officers document fires accurately and completely?
In what circumstance can Command assign personnel to protect the fire scene before the arrival of investigators?
In what circumstance can Command assign personnel to protect the fire scene before the arrival of investigators?
What should companies do if there are lengthy investigation times based on the text provided?
What should companies do if there are lengthy investigation times based on the text provided?
What should first-in engine companies prioritize at a fire scene?
What should first-in engine companies prioritize at a fire scene?
When can Command release companies not required for investigation or overhaul activities?
When can Command release companies not required for investigation or overhaul activities?
What is recommended for minimizing the destruction of evidence at a fire scene according to the text?
What is recommended for minimizing the destruction of evidence at a fire scene according to the text?
Who decides whether companies can transfer Command to investigators during a fire investigation?
Who decides whether companies can transfer Command to investigators during a fire investigation?
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{{Firefighters are responsible for being available for interviews at a fire scene to provide information about the early stages of the fire and methods used.}} What does this indicate about firefighter responsibilities?
What should be done when re-fueling fuel powered equipment or tools at a fire scene?
What should be done when re-fueling fuel powered equipment or tools at a fire scene?
Why should the use of salvaged covers be considered at a fire scene?
Why should the use of salvaged covers be considered at a fire scene?
Which group of people should not be allowed to enter and remove personal items from a fire scene?
Which group of people should not be allowed to enter and remove personal items from a fire scene?
What is the primary purpose of using barrier tape at a fire scene?
What is the primary purpose of using barrier tape at a fire scene?
Why should permission be granted before allowing removal of personal items from a fire scene?
Why should permission be granted before allowing removal of personal items from a fire scene?
What is the primary reason why the use of hose lines, particularly straight stream applications, can pose a challenge to investigators?
What is the primary reason why the use of hose lines, particularly straight stream applications, can pose a challenge to investigators?
What is the consequence of carrying out unnecessary probing of ceiling areas during investigations?
What is the consequence of carrying out unnecessary probing of ceiling areas during investigations?
Why is it recommended that salvage operations should not be overly thorough until the preliminary investigation is completed?
Why is it recommended that salvage operations should not be overly thorough until the preliminary investigation is completed?
What is the main challenge faced by firefighters regarding their responsibility in controlling and extinguishing fires?
What is the main challenge faced by firefighters regarding their responsibility in controlling and extinguishing fires?
What is the significance of systematically performing overhaul operations in terms of responsibilities?
What is the significance of systematically performing overhaul operations in terms of responsibilities?
Why should investigators view items before they are removed from their original location during investigations?
Why should investigators view items before they are removed from their original location during investigations?
What is the key takeaway regarding firefighters' dual responsibilities during investigations?
What is the key takeaway regarding firefighters' dual responsibilities during investigations?
Study Notes
Fire Investigation Response
- The single biggest cause of destruction of evidence needed by investigators is unnecessary probing of ceiling areas during investigations.
Scene Preservation
- Firefighters should prioritize overhaul operations to avoid destroying potential evidence.
- Investigators should view items before removal from their original location to preserve evidence.
Command and Response
- Incident Commanders should notify fire investigators to respond in situations involving arson, personal injury, or death.
- The Deputy Chief over Operations is responsible for reviewing and revising the Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Investigation response.
- The Fire Dispatch should notify fire investigators in fire or explosion incidents involving property owned by the City of Las Vegas.
Investigator Responsibilities
- Fire Investigators are responsible for deciding whether to respond and open an investigation based on information received from Incident Commanders.
- Investigators should justify their response to an incident based on factors such as resource needs and incident type.
- The Chief of Fire Investigations - Bomb Squad can open an investigation at the scene in certain circumstances.
Company Officer Responsibilities
- Company officers are responsible for documenting fires accurately and completely.
- First-in engine companies should prioritize providing information to investigators and securing the scene.
Evidence Preservation
- Salvage operations should not be overly thorough until the preliminary investigation is completed.
- Hose lines, particularly straight stream applications, can pose a challenge to investigators by destroying evidence.
- Barrier tape should be used to preserve the scene and prevent contamination.
- Permission should be granted before allowing removal of personal items from a fire scene.
Firefighter Dual Responsibilities
- Firefighters have a dual responsibility in controlling and extinguishing fires while preserving potential evidence for investigators.
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